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NY S06843

Enacts the "all-electric building act"; provides that the state energy conservation construction code shall prohibit infrastructure, building systems, or equipment used for the combustion of fossil fuels in new construction statewide no later than December 31, 2023 if the building is less than seven stories and July 1, 2027 if the building is seven stories or more.


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Introduced
05/19/2021
In Committee
03/09/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Enacts the "all-electric building act"; provides that the state energy conservation construction code shall prohibit infrastructure, building systems, or equipment used for the combustion of fossil fuels in new construction statewide no later than December 31, 2023 if the building is less than seven stories and July 1, 2027 if the building is seven stories or more.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the "all-electric building act," requires the state energy conservation construction code to prohibit the use of infrastructure, building systems, or equipment for the combustion of fossil fuels in new construction statewide. This prohibition will take effect no later than December 31, 2023 for buildings less than seven stories, and July 1, 2027 for buildings seven stories or more. The bill provides some exemptions, such as for emergency backup power or certain commercial establishments, and requires the code to minimize emissions and maximize health, safety, and fire-protection in such cases. The bill also requires a joint report on necessary changes to electric rate designs, subsidy programs, policies, or laws to ensure the affordability of electricity for customers in all-electric buildings.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

PRINT NUMBER 6843C (on 05/03/2022)

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